YOUCAT Question n. 299 - Part III. What is meant by a “virtue”?
(Youcat
answer - repeated) A virtue is an interior disposition, a positive habit, a
passion that has been placed at the service of the good.
A deepening through CCC
(CCC 1807) Justice is the moral virtue that
consists in the constant and firm will to give their due to God and neighbor.
Justice toward God is called the "virtue of religion." Justice toward
men disposes one to respect the rights of each and to establish in human
relationships the harmony that promotes equity with regard to persons and to
the common good. The just man, often mentioned in the Sacred Scriptures, is
distinguished by habitual right thinking and the uprightness of his conduct
toward his neighbor. "You shall not be partial to the poor or defer to the
great, but in righteousness shall you judge your neighbor" (Lev 19:15).
"Masters, treat your slaves justly and fairly, knowing that you also have
a Master in heaven" (Col 4:1).
Reflecting and meditating
(Youcat comment) “You, therefore, must be perfect, as your
heavenly Father is perfect” (Mt 5:48). That means that we must change on our
way to God. By our human abilities we can do that only in fits and starts. With
his grace God supports the human virtues and gives us, above and beyond that,
the so-called supernatural virtues ( 305), which help us to come closer to God
and live more securely in his light.
(CCC Comment)
(CCC 1808) Fortitude
is the moral virtue that ensures firmness in difficulties and constancy in the
pursuit of the good. It strengthens the resolve to resist temptations and to
overcome obstacles in the moral life. The virtue of fortitude enables one to
conquer fear, even fear of death, and to face trials and persecutions. It
disposes one even to renounce and sacrifice his life in defense of a just
cause. "The Lord is my strength and my song" (Ps 118:14). "In
the world you have tribulation; but be of good cheer, I have overcome the
world" (Jn 16:33).
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